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Michael J. Cicala earned his J.D. from Seton Hall University School of Law in 2003. Upon completion of Seton Hall, Mr. Cicala served a judicial clerkship with Daniel P. Mecca, P.J.S.C. in Bergen County for the 2003 - 2004 court year. Mr. Cicala soon joined the boutique firm of Sodini and Spina, primarily representing banking clients. He then proceeded to Wilson Elser in Newark, continuing to represent commercial clients in all aspects of their business.
After a number of years and seeking to diversify his practice, Mr. Cicala started his own firm. In starting that practice, Mr. Cicala sought to represent clients on a wider variety of issues and give each client the individual attention that is lacking at larger firms. Mr. Cicala has gained experience in litigating all aspects of family matters, commercial litigation, landlord / tenant issues, municipal court, and traffic matters. He has also developed experience in transactional work, including residential real estate closings and estate planning.
Mr. Cicala is a member of the Warren County Bar Association and is currently an adjunct professor of Legal Studies at Sussex County Community College.
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55 Wanaque Avenue, Suite 329, Pompton Lakes, NJ, 07442
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18 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | December 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Do not hire
Just took my money and did nothing to defend me. Did not return my calls in time and asked me to consent to the opposing side at trial. Asked me to get police report instead of requesting it himself. Misled me. Waste money and time. Just used me. I regret hiring him.
Posted by Phil | January 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Got rid of a bad tenant
I had a problem tenant that I rented to for onot a few months. This guy decided he wasn't going to pay anymore but refused to move out. He was also trashing my property so I called Mr. Cicala. Mike filed against my tenant quickly and we got a court date. The tenant was very difficult in court b...
Posted by James | November 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence
FRO Defense
Mr. Cicala represented me on a restraining order hearing in Essex County. This was an incredibly complex trial that took 3 days to complete. He was prepared at all times and did a great job cross-examining witnesses to defend me against fake claims. He was very familiar with all the details of my ...
Posted by Kevin | September 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
divorce
He was hired for a divorce. He never returns phone calls. Its been over a year to this date he has done nothing. taking him to small claims court. DO NOT HIRE THIS GUY YOU WILL BE SORRY!!!
Posted by anonymous | March 21, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
extremely inteligent regarding his practice and the law
I hired Mike several years ago for my divorce case and I can't praise his work enough, he was very understanding of my situation in life and put things into perspective for me, as I clearly was not in the right state of mind at the time to think logically on my own. Not only did he help me financiall...
"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Cicala's knowledge and experience make him an excellent choice for anyone looking for an attorney practicing in this area."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mike is detail oriented and hard working. In my experience Mike is always trying to get the best deal for his client."
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1900 - Present
Of Counsel, Freeman Law Center, LLC
2005 - 2006
, Wilson Elser Moskowitz Edelman & Dicker
2004 - 2005
, Sodini & Spina, LLC
2003 - 2004
, The Honorable Daniel P. Mecca, JSC
2008 - 2014
Warren County Bar AssociationMember
Reversed on Appeal
Reversed on Appeal
Reversed on Appeal
2003
J.D.
2000
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
Estates & Trusts
2002
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